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Colgate-Palmolive Company
Operational Technology Leader
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What they do
A Manufacturing Automation Engineer designs, programs and improves automated machinery and processes within a manufacturing environment. Are responsible for the design specifications, documentation and troubleshooting of the equipment. Often work within vehicle manufacturing and food processing plants, where robots or machines are used to perform specific functions.
$91,231 / year median in Mississippi
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country Job Number #174927
- Clinton, Oklahoma, United States Who We Are Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition.
Role Summary:
Developing the future of digital manufacturing starts with you. As the Operational Technology Leader, you will architect the site's digital transformation by bridging the gap between industrial automation and data-driven performance. You are the primary subject matter expert overseeing the convergence of plant floor systems and secure network infrastructure. By leading high-impact technology projects, you ensure our operations deliver premium nutrition to pets everywhere while meeting global integration standards.Responsibilities:
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Strategic OT Management:
Lead and execute manufacturing system projects across areas of plant floor systems, PLC control, devices and instrumentation, and networking, from conception to completion. Enforce standards that ensure global consistency of manufacturing and integration systems.Automation & Controls Execution:
Use technical skills including PLC/Archestra programming, HMI screen development, and data acquisition/analytics to integrate and improve automation and manufacturing system projects.Infrastructure & Security:
Manage the configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of OT network infrastructure, ensuring cybersecurity integrity and reliable performance of plant floor control systems.- Partners hip: Establish strong relationships with plant leadership, engineering, and global Manufacturing System, Automation, and IT teams. Participate in local plant meetings to provide updates on project performance.
Continuous Improvement:
Analyze system performance to identify opportunities for automation, efficiency improvements, and cost savings. Utilize Factory Performance & Reliability (FP&R) tools to deliver operational excellence.Required Qualifications:
style="margin-top:0.0px;margin-bottom:0.0px- -Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field
- 3+ years of experience in plant floor systems, integration, and automation controls within a manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated expertise in Allen-Bradley PLCs, Wonderware (Archestra, MES, InTouch), and
Microsoft SQL Server Preferred Qualifications:
style="margin-top:0.0px;margin-bottom:0.0px- -Experience in Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) or pet food manufacturing
- Advanced knowledge of Aveva system platform or similar (MES, SCADA, ERP Integration)
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server
- Advanced knowledge of IT/OT network design (Cisco, Industrial Ethernet)
- Familiarity with cybersecurity protocols specifically for industrial control systems
- Strong understanding of Factory Performance & Reliability (FP&R) and Operational Excellence metrics
- Previous experience in people leadership or managing internal/external technical resources Compensation and Benefits Salary Range $96,800.00
- $121,000.